Maverick came to a stop at the edge of the trees. He took deep breaths to calm the rage that was boiling through him. He wasn’t angry at Carrie. He was angry at the situation that they found themselves in. He couldn’t show it in the car, but he was terrified of what Myalagin might be planning. The way he was stalking them, and taking his time. He was probably planning something big.
Fuck… Kalan, where are you? Maverick asked himself, staring up at the sky. From where he was he could see a few stars blinking beautifully in the sky. They looked so peaceful perched up there. Maverick wished for the same serenity for just a moment. A moment of peace and love with his mate.
Thinking of Carrie, Maverick turned and made his way back to the cabin. He walked to the door, and tried to open it. B
